3 Ways to teach your horse the Shoulder-in with work-in-hand

In this video, we explore the benefits and techniques of using the work-in-hand to introduce the shoulder-in to your horse. Work-in-hand allows horses to learn movements without the weight of a rider, helping them focus on balance and coordination. We'll cover how to introduce the shoulder-in-one of the first true lateral movements-through a variety of methods, including using a circle, leg yield, and turn on the forehand. You'll also learn about the best equipment to use, such as different types of whips, and how they can enhance your communication with the horse.
By following these step-by-step approaches, you can make the shoulder-in easier for your horse, both in-hand and under saddle. This type of work is perfect for riders looking to improve their horse's lateral movements and overall suppleness. For more detailed guidance, check out our course on work-in-hand linked in the description.
This is one of the instructional videos inside of our Intermediate Work-in-Hand course. If you like this video and would like to learn more about how to do work-in-hand with your horse, join us in the course here - courses.artist...
If you're interested in learning to start the beginning work-in.hand, we have a course that will show you how to get started, right from the beginning. You can check out the self-study course here - courses.artist...
And, occasionally we run the course LIVE with Q&As and Hot Seats (video coaching sessions). If you sign up for the self-study course, you can upgrade for a reduced fee when we offer it again.
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Now located in Portugal, Thomas is an International Clinician and author of "Dressage Principles based on Biomechanics" and "Long Reining: From the Beginning through the Levade" (published by Cadmos Press in both English and German) and countless articles in many publications. Shana is a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist. Together they create and orchestrate the Artistic Dressage program.
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[@alfie8953]

Many thanks. Just what we needed at the moment.

[@ArtisticDressage]

You're welcome. I am glad that it was helpful for you.

[@martinahasse5333]

Ja. Sehr nützlich, danke!!!

[@melancollie9597]

Lovely training thanks for this❤

[@suebeavisnhccontact1731]

excellent video. so useful to have different options as the horse will tell you which one suits them. thenkyou

[@Laura-rk6fv]

Great video, very useful!

[@ArtisticDressage]

Thank you!

[@emilycorwith1119]

Super helpful!

[@ArtisticDressage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rebeccalassbacher5247]

Thanks

[@ArtisticDressage]

You're welcome!

[@nahannilove]

Thank you so much for this, 🤓 i am just starting to learn in hand work and love it! I only have a round pen would you suggest anything specific because i only have a short distance of straight line if i cut the diameter of my round pen? So helpful these videos ~ so grateful for your ways with them 🦄

[@ivanasambolic2669]

Great tips for the whip!!

[@ArtisticDressage]

I am glad to hear you found it helpful!

[@Alex-horsman]

Is the Ritter Bio company your company?? Thanks!

[@ArtisticDressage]

No, not sure what company that is, but it is not ours.

[@jobond3317]

Not if you are Charlotte Dujardin then its a weapon to chase the horse with

[@ArtisticDressage]

:-(